The downy covers and the tatami mats. The lounge area was a delight with a fabulous library and kitchen.

ArleneUnited States of America

It was in a good location and the rooms were very nice—good bedding and a sofa too.

MargaretUnited States of America

Excellent location near station and old town area; most comfortable futons of our 2-week trip around central Japan; large bathroom by Japanese standards.

MaryUnited States of America

The staff helped me above and beyond- I had to make a dentist appointment, and they gave most excellent assistance with translation and phone calls.

LauraUnited States of America

English-speaking staff was attentive and very helpful in responding to questions about the city. Location near bar and restaurant district. Kitchen and common area for conversation and media. Bed comfortable with in-room sink and toilet..

JonUnited States of America

I love every single things here! Thank you for a very nice take care!

JittaThailand

nice Place in a cenreal place. Nice staff. Very nice and design room.

MichaelIsrael

The inn is perfectly located near the train station. The availability of breakfast on site was helpful. The reception staff was extremely helpful with maps and directions. Recommendations of sake breweries was great.I would stay here

PatriciaUnited States of America

Great location and staff was very welcoming. For Japan standards, the room with 2 twin beds was good size.

AnnaUnited States of America

Early check-in was accommodated. Friendly and very helpful staff who offered travel tips and info. Great restaurant recommendations and he suggested morning market for breakfast. Definitely would recommend to family and friends. Great value.

One of our best sellers in Takayama! A 6-minute walk from JR Takayama Train Station, Rickshaw Inn offers nonsmoking Japanese rooms with free Wi-Fi, an LCD TV and a private bathroom. Breakfast is available upon request, and a free-use kitchen is on site.

Rooms at Inn Rickshaw have traditional futon beds on a tatami (woven-straw) floor. The private bathroom comes with a bathtub and amenities, and an electric kettle is provided.

Takayama Jinya and the morning market are about a 5-minute walk away. Old Town Takayama is a 10-minute walk away. Guests can take a public bus to Shirakawa Village, which is about about 1-hour bus ride away.

Guests can relax at the common area, which has wood furnishings and an old-style decor with exposed beams. A shared-use microwave is on offer, and laptops can be rented for personal use.

Western-style food is served for breakfast.

This is our guests' favorite part of Takayama, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

2 properties in Takayama like Rickshaw Inn were booked in the last 12 hours

An Inside Look at Rickshaw Inn

Visit historic Takayama in the beautiful, mountainous Hida region of central Japan, and stay at our comfortable,reasonably-priced and stylish Japanese inn, catering to everyone.
We are very conveniently located in central Takayama, about 5 minutes walking distance from the station and the old town, and with easy access to the major tourist sights.
Our guest rooms are heated and air-conditioned Japanese-style, with tatami mat flooring and futon style bedding.
Our lounge, with its wooden beamed ceiling has a warm atmosphere, and is a perfect place to read and relax. We also provide basic kitchen facilities for those who wish to cook for themselves.
There is also a coin laundry and a dryer. Free Internet & WiFi access is available.
All the staff can speak English.

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600 feet to the historic old town

What guests loved the most:

“The downy covers and the tatami mats. The lounge area was a delight with a fabulous library and kitchen.”

ArleneUnited States of America

“It was in a good location and the rooms were very nice—good bedding and a sofa too.”

MargaretUnited States of America

“Excellent location near station and old town area; most comfortable futons of our 2-week trip around central Japan; large bathroom by Japanese standards.”

MaryUnited States of America

“The staff helped me above and beyond- I had to make a dentist appointment, and they gave most excellent assistance with translation and phone calls.”

LauraUnited States of America

“English-speaking staff was attentive and very helpful in responding to questions about the city. Location near bar and restaurant district. Kitchen and common area for conversation and media. Bed comfortable with in-room sink and toilet..”

JonUnited States of America

“I love every single things here! Thank you for a very nice take care!”

JittaThailand

“nice Place in a cenreal place. Nice staff. Very nice and design room.”

MichaelIsrael

“The inn is perfectly located near the train station. The availability of breakfast on site was helpful. The reception staff was extremely helpful with maps and directions. Recommendations of sake breweries was great.I would stay here”

PatriciaUnited States of America

“Great location and staff was very welcoming. For Japan standards, the room with 2 twin beds was good size.”

AnnaUnited States of America

“Early check-in was accommodated. Friendly and very helpful staff who offered travel tips and info. Great restaurant recommendations and he suggested morning market for breakfast. Definitely would recommend to family and friends. Great value.”

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Newest Reviews for Rickshaw Inn

Reviewed: September 6, 2019

Yaron

United Kingdom

9.2

“Spacious room and great value for money”

• Leisure trip

• Family with young children

• Stayed 2 nights

Room was bit dusty, and stuffy

Got a very big family room, with lots of space for all 4 of us and additional sitting space.
Very good value for money
Very friendly stuff, offered help with the surrounding
Location is great to explore Takayama old part and the morning market on foot.
Car parking space in front of the hotel

Stayed in August 2019

Reviewed: September 4, 2019

Richard

New Zealand

10

Exceptional

• Leisure trip

• Couple

• Stayed 2 nights

• Submitted from a mobile device

Lovely homelike atmosphere and decor with everything we needed. Our room was upgraded as bookings were low during the week.

Stayed in September 2019

Reviewed: August 30, 2019

Arlene

United States of America

9.6

“I’ll be back with more friends!”

• Leisure trip

• Group

• Stayed 2 nights

• Submitted from a mobile device

I wish there was a bedside lamp to read by, not just an overhead light

The downy covers and the tatami mats. The lounge area was a delight with a fabulous library and kitchen.

Stayed in August 2019

Reviewed: August 30, 2019

Margaret

United States of America

7.9

Good

• Leisure trip

• Travelers with friends

• Stayed 2 nights

• Submitted from a mobile device

Staff was almost absent.

It was in a good location and the rooms were very nice—good bedding and a sofa too.

Stayed in August 2019

Reviewed: August 30, 2019

Mary

United States of America

2 helpful votes

8.8

Excellent

• Leisure trip

• Family with young children

• Stayed 1 night

• Submitted from a mobile device

Excellent location near station and old town area; most comfortable futons of our 2-week trip around central Japan; large bathroom by Japanese standards.

Stayed in August 2019

Reviewed: August 28, 2019

Nicholas

Italy

2 helpful votes

8.8

“Rickshaw Inn - Takayama Perfect Duo”

• Leisure trip

• Couple

• Stayed 2 nights

The fact that the room was placed in front of the shared bathrooms, could be annoying for someone that is not usual to Hostel.

Friendly staff, easy check-in and really nice location. The lounge and common area was so adorable that we spent both breakfasts there after had bought a few things outside. The Room was tiny as usual but very comfortable, with a little and useful sink. Japanese twin beds absolutely perfect to sleep on. Reccomended ;)

Stayed in August 2019

Reviewed: August 25, 2019

Giulia

Italy

1 helpful vote

8.3

“Carino - ma non il migliore ”

• Leisure trip

• Couple

• Stayed 2 nights

• Submitted from a mobile device

The building and its interiors are very old, sometimes looking not very clean. The room is ok, the sofa was dirty, the bed was supposed to be a Futon but is in fact just a mattress on the floor, which was a bit disappointing.

Comfortable position to see Takayama, close to everything. The Japanese guy at the reception is very kind! The bathroom was very clean.

Stayed in August 2019

Reviewed: August 23, 2019

Laura

United States of America

8.8

“Home like environment promotes comfort and interaction with other travelers.”

• Leisure trip

• Family with young children

• Stayed 2 nights

• Submitted from a mobile device

The air conditioning struggled to handle the heat wave, but after a few hours it cooled down well.

The staff helped me above and beyond- I had to make a dentist appointment, and they gave most excellent assistance with translation and phone calls.

Stayed in July 2019

Reviewed: August 13, 2019

Jon

United States of America

18 helpful votes

9.6

“Few blocks from station and attractions”

• Leisure trip

• Solo traveler

• Stayed 2 nights

No elevator/lift. Bathroom was on another floor. City overrun by Western tourists.

English-speaking staff was attentive and very helpful in responding to questions about the city. Location near bar and restaurant district. Kitchen and common area for conversation and media. Bed comfortable with in-room sink and toilet..

Stayed in July 2019

Reviewed: August 11, 2019

Matjaz

Slovenia

7.1

Good

• Leisure trip

• Family with young children

• Stayed 1 night

• Submitted from a mobile device

Old equipment, loud air conditioning

Lounge that we could use was great

Stayed in August 2019

Reviewed: August 11, 2019

Anonymous

United Kingdom

9.6

“Nice place to hang out ”

• Leisure trip

• Couple

• Stayed 1 night

• Submitted from a mobile device

Very friendly, well located in the centre of town and less than 10 minutes from the train station. There are English staff and the Japanese staff speak good English too.

Stayed in August 2019

Reviewed: July 29, 2019

Shira

Israel

2 helpful votes

10

“Great inn, great money value, great location”

• Leisure trip

• Family with young children

• Stayed 1 night

• Submitted from a mobile device

It was better than we expected

A family of five, we got a spacious room with a toilet and shower. The beds were very comfortable

Stayed in July 2019

Reviewed: July 27, 2019

Anonymous

United Kingdom

2 helpful votes

9.6

Exceptional

• Leisure trip

• Couple

• Stayed 2 nights

• Submitted from a mobile device

Wasn't many other people to chat to as was a low period but staff made up for that!

Very helpful staff at reception, very knowledgeable on area. Very comfortable tatami with 2 pillows provided per person.

Stayed in July 2019

Reviewed: July 23, 2019

Michaela

Slovakia

1 helpful vote

10

Exceptional

• Leisure trip

• Couple

• Stayed 1 night

Great, Japanese style accommodation - exactly what you would expect. loved it :)

Stayed in July 2019

Reviewed: July 20, 2019

Yayan

China

1 helpful vote

10

Exceptional

• Leisure trip

• Solo traveler

• Stayed 1 night

• Submitted from a mobile device

the shower room seems not enough

The staff speak good English and nice.The room is beautiful and location is perfect